How many syllables in “cultivate”?
syllables in "cultivate"
Word details
Syllables
3
cul · tiv · ate
Letters
9
c · u · l · t · i · v · a · t · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “cultivate”
The word “cultivate” contains 3 syllables, divided as cul · tiv · ate. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cultivate" have?
"cultivate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cultivate" into syllables?
"cultivate" is divided into syllables as: cul · tiv · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "cultivate"?
The Scrabble score for "cultivate" is 14 points.
Using “cultivate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cultivate" (cul · tiv · ate) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cultivate” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.